Hi. I think i have pinworm. I have anal itching...

What is the treatment for itching in the anus

Pinworms can be treated with a single dose of Mebendazole 100 mg. It is recommended to treat all family members with the same treatment.
 one of the reasons for anal itching is the presence of parasites, so treatment is done by avoiding itching by the hand in the aforementioned area to reduce irritation.
It is also advised to avoid wearing tight underwear and sweat a lot with the need to maintain personal hygiene in the anal area.
It is also recommended to shower daily with pure and cold water to moisturize the skin and the area, while avoiding the use of perfumed soap, and MIKONAZOLE CREAM ointment can be used three times a day to get rid of itching
With the use of antihistamines such as cetrizine 10 mg once a day to get rid of itching, with the need to see a doctor for examination and medical evaluation of the condition, while avoiding eating hot foods that increase the pain with a lot of drinking water to get rid of constipation by at least two liters per day

How is the diagnosis made

The diagnosis is made through a clinical examination by the specialist doctor with the ability to test blood and analyze stool to detect the presence of parasites with the work of a proctoscope

What are the causes of itching in the anus

• Skin allergies
• Anal fissure
• Lack of attention to personal hygiene
• Excessive washing of the area
• Some types of foods, such as spices
• Hemorrhoids
• Parasites
• Eczema
• Tumors
• Gynecological infections

What do we recommend

We recommend follow up with surgeon for medical examination